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The Center for Preparatory Studies (CPS) at Nazarbayev University was founded in 2010 in cooperation with University College London and was the first division of the Nazarbayev University.

In 2015, Nazarbayev University created its own Foundation Year Program (NUFYP). This Program was specifically designed for Kazakhstani students and provides academic instruction that prepares students to be successful in top English-medium universities around the world.

The vast majority of students who have completed NUFYP have advanced to successful undergraduate study in Nazarbayev University while a few students immediately pursued an international education.

In 2017, CPS created a pre-graduate curriculum ZYGP that prepares students, who already have a baccalaureate degree, pursue graduate degree studies.

our mission

To prepare students to become independent learners who are proficient in English, qualified in mathematics, and equipped with transferable study skills in order to ably continue their education.

our vision

The Center for Preparatory Studies will develop, deliver and share relevant, academically-sound preparatory programs that meet the needs of the University and Kazakhstan.

our values

We value students` academic and personal well-being by delivering stimulating academic courses, offering a broad educational experience, providing student-centered teaching, and giving both personal and academic support.

We value service to the University community and Kazakhstan by working responsibly with integrity, passion and competency.

We value the character of all students and faculty by demonstrating tolerance, collegiality, and professionalism in all we do.

Meet our Senior Management Team

Robert Doebler
General Director
Samal Rabayeva
Chief Administrative Officer
Alejandro Acuyo - Cespedes
Head of Discipline, English for Academic Purposes
Elmira Tursunkhanova
Head of Discipline, Leadership
Joohee Hong
Head of Discipline, Mathematics
Eric Wente
Senior Teaching Fellow for Student Advising

ACCREDITATION

Since 2019, NU has been an institutional member of BALEAP. In February 2020, the "English for Academic Purposes" course of NU's Foundation Year Program was first accredited by the association. It's noteworthy that NU is the first university in the CIS countries to receive this accreditation, confirming the high quality of the Center for Preparatory Studies' Foundation Year Program.

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